Yogyakarta, August 31st 2025 – The Geo-Information for Disaster Management and Spatial Planning Master Specialization held a field study in the Sleman and Gunungkidul Regencies. The event was attended by seven students under the supervision of Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Junun Sartohadi, M.Sc.
Aligned with the sustainable development goals (SDGs), particularly Pillar 15 on terrestrial ecosystems, this activity aimed to provide students with a deeper understanding of landforms. It also offered scientific knowledge about their formative processes (endogenous–exogenous) and their constituent materials.
Prof. Junun offered insights and real-world examples related to landforms through direct field observation (field-based learning), implementing geomorphology material as part of the Earth Science for Natural Disasters course. Students were also expected to enhance their skills in using smartphone-based survey tools and simple slope measurements in the Sleman and Gunungkidul areas.
The delivery of material during the field study was also a vital component. It consisted of substantial discussions, combined with hands-on practice, enabled students to thoroughly understand geomorphology and its disaster-related implications such as lahars, landslides, and rockfalls, as well as its relevance to spatial planning.
This field study activity is expected to enhance students competencies in reading the physical environment and equip them with spatial analysis skills valuable in professional fields, particularly in disaster management, spatial planning, and environmental conservation.
Author: Siti Muyasaroh